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The Dogs of Our Lives#17 How To Develop Better Awareness of Your Relationship with Your Dog - Digging Deeper EpisodeAre you aware of the four levels of cultural awareness in dog-human relationships?
If you've been wondering why you can't seem to communicate with your dog or you're struggling to understand what your dog is trying to tell you, then this is a must-listen-to episode.
In last week's episode of the Dogs of Our Lives podcast, Chrissy chatted with Alyssa Ralph, a clinical animal behaviorist and canine nutritionist, discussing a holistic approach to animal care.
If you missed that episode, catch up here:https://www.theanimalnature.com/podcasts/the-dogs-of-our-lives/episodes/2148974887
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The Dogs of Our Lives#16 Does A Holistic Approach Improve Dog Behavior and Overall Well-Being? - with Alyssa RalphHave you ever felt something was wrong with your dog but couldn't figure out what exactly?
Believe me when I say, you're not alone.
In this week's episode, I chat with Alyssa Ralph a clinical animal behaviorist from the UK.
Alyssa shares her journey from working in zoos to specializing in aggressive and reactive dog behavior, emphasizing the importance of considering nutrition, physical health, and the emotional well-being of the dog when assessing each case.
Incorporating these three elements will help you develop a more holistic approach to dog training and u...2025-02-041h 11
Smile StrongSharing Smiles w. Suzanne SantomieriSorry for the wait, but they do say good things are worth waiting for which is definitely true when it comes to this episode! So many good things come up while I chat with Suzanne Santomieri She’s an amazing friend of mine, a cleft coordinator & author of a children’s book that portrays the cleft experience. Find Sharing Smiles here https://come-2-the-table.square.site/2023-09-0523 minSmile StrongCleft Dads Have Feelings w. John MessickCleft Con was amazing! We will talk more about things that happened there, but first I sit down with my husband, John, and discuss the emotions he felt as a first and second-time cleft parent. He also mentions what he thought of Cleft Con.
*Note from the editor: Sorry about the background scratching. That will be fixed next episode!2023-08-0822 minSmile StrongCleft Journeys (w. Manny Ventura)I hope you're as excited as I am for this episode! Join me and my first-ever guest, Manny Ventura, as we talk about his mother's journey from the Dominican Republic to the US, his birth and upbringing as a child, and his own journey as someone born with a cleft.2023-07-1830 minSmile StrongSeason 2 TeaserSeason 2 is all but here! There are big things planned for this season and I am sooo excited to share them with you. Join me as we continue to talk about the cleft journey and I chat with some of my friends who Smile Strong.2023-07-1102 min
Planet MoneyThe 60-day job racePeople come from all over the world to work in U.S. tech. And during the tech boom years, the industry relied heavily on foreign workers. This is how we built Silicon Valley – with great minds coming from everywhere to work in the U.S.But when the industry started to shrink, all of these people who moved here for work are finding that linking their jobs to their residency is really complicated. That was the case for Aashka and Nilanjan. Aashka was a product engineer at Amazon, and Nilanjan worked in digital advertising for Google. They both lo...2023-06-1626 minSmile StrongThe Cleft Mom ResourceToday is the day! I am so excited to share and talk with you about my new course for cleft mamas. Today's episode talks a little bit about how I got here, why I started this resource, and maybe even some of the future plans for The Cleft Mom Resource.
CLICK HERE FOR YOUR FREE GUIDE TO ANNOUNCING YOUR BABY'S CLEFT2023-05-0307 minSmile StrongMTHFRHave you ever heard of MTHFR and wondered what it is? I’m sharing my experience with being diagnosed and how I manage it.2023-04-1816 minSmile StrongWhere is your guilt getting you?Have you ever felt like you’re stuck in the vicious cycle of negative emotions ruling your life? You push them down and push them down because you don’t want anyone to see that part of you. But not facing those feelings is what is keeping you from living your best and fullest life. Connect with me at thecleftmomresource.com2023-04-0408 minSmile StrongMother's IntuitionI was at a baby shower on Saturday and then got to spend time with one of my best friends. We’ve been friends since we were four (which is younger than Jack is now and is so crazy to me!!) but both of these things made me think about the younger version of myself and what her ideas of building a family were like compared to reality.2023-03-2109 minSmile StrongSurrendering Productivity ExpectationsThis episode isn't really perfect, but it's still exactly what it needs to be. Let's talk about how perfectionism can get in the way of getting things done. Time blocking can be huge when you’re a high achiever that cares about actually LIVING your life too!2023-03-0705 min
Smile StrongWhy I Smile StrongHi! Welcome to Smile Strong. Taking it back to the beginning of when Alyssa decided to get unstuck. Hear a little bit of her story on where the growth began to launch something like this podcast to give other women the tools to grow and live a life they love.2023-02-2108 min
Do Your CrapTurning Your Pain Into Your Purpose with Alyssa MessickIn this episode, our guest has a powerful story about how she’s turned her pain into her purpose. Alyssa Messick has two sons that were born with cleft palate. Though it’s been a difficult journey, Alyssa shares how she’s used this experience to grow and to help others. Resources from this Episode & Working w/ MeFollow Alyssa on Instagram: @alyssammessickMy Website: micahfolsomfit.comConnect w/ me on Instagram: @lifeonfolsomfarmGet Access...2022-07-2831 min
Drinks with John and Dee DeeJump The Shark EpisodeIt’s the Jump the Shark Episode . Emmy Award winning host Dee Dee Sorvino swims thru the shark invested waters with drinking divers . Have you ever jumped the shark like Fonzie ? Are you afraid to get into the water thanks to Jaws & the Meg ? Check out the crazy fun time with the crew , it’s never a dull moment at this virtual bar talking doodles in the pool , codpieces,& Bingo Betty . Official drink of the show is Perrier champagne! The guests also enjoy lots of red wine. Guests include Michael Gilkison Cathy Areu Kurt Messick Vane...2022-01-211h 04Drinks with John and Dee DeeIt’s the Choo Choo TrainIt’s the Choo Choo Train episode of ‘ Drinks with Dee Dee ‘ Emmy Award winning host Dee Dee Sorvino brings the fun and games along with terrific guests. Amtrak , New Jersey Transit , NY Metro & international trains. The manifest is full on this trip ! Drink of the show is the ‘ True Blue Train’ made with gin , triple sec , lemon juice & HPNOTIQ liquor. Guests enjoy 3 types of wine , Blue Sapphire gin , & Hornitos Tequila. The passengers on the Dee Dee Express include : Kurt Messick Alyssa Cuttler Jen Remauro Vanessa Goode Stephanie Janiczek & Michael Gilkison. The talkative...2021-06-181h 33